HC Deb 03 June 1986 vol 98 cc526-7W
Mrs. Renée Short

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if the Government will issue guidance to travellers from the United Kingdom to countries where the incidence of acquired immune deficiency syndrome virus is known to be high about the risks of infection and on precautions to avoid infection; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Kirkwood

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether his Department has any plans to advise travellers to Africa of the risks of contracting HTLV III virus infection.

Mr. Hayhoe

A reference to acquired immune deficiency syndrome was included this year for the first time in my Department's leaflet SA35 entitled "Protect your health abroad".

Fuller information for travellers about the risks of infection and on appropriate precautions is now being prepared.